Bookkeeper Jobs in Connecticut

A Bookkeeper in the accounting industry plays an essential role in maintaining, verifying, and recording financial transactions for a company. They handle day-to-day accounting tasks such as data entry, managing accounts payable and receivable, processing payroll, and preparing financial reports. Productivity, attention to detail, and a solid understanding of basic accounting principles are crucial skills for this role. Having proficiency in accounting software such as QuickBooks, Excel, and other data management programs is also beneficial. Additionally, a Bookkeeper should have strong analytical skills to interpret and present financial data accurately.

While there's no required certification to become a Bookkeeper, earning a certified bookkeeper designation from the American Institute of Professional Bookkeepers or the National Association of Certified Public Bookkeepers can significantly increase job prospects. It's common for people to occupy roles such as Accounting Clerk, Accounts Receivable Clerk, or Administrative Assistant before becoming a Bookkeeper. These positions provide the necessary hands-on experience with financial record keeping and reporting, which is crucial in successfully performing the duties of a Bookkeeper.

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Bookkeeper

  • Burlington, CT
  • 1 day ago
  • Burlington, CT
  • 1 day ago

Record journal entries for cash transactions and maintain accurate financial documentation. Respond to vendor inquiries and provide timely updates on payment status....

Experienced Bookkeeper/Resident Bank(Full-time 37.5 hrs. M-F)

  • Bridgeport, CT
  • 3 days ago
  • Bridgeport, CT
  • 3 days ago

Job Title: Bookkeeper/Resident Bank Summary of Duties: Responsible for handling all Resident Banking needs. Process all deposits, withdrawals and payments of bills....

Senior Bookkeeper

  • Ridgefield, CT
  • 5 days ago
  • Ridgefield, CT
  • 5 days ago

Summary:The Senior Bookkeeper will be responsible for bookkeeping/accounting activities for small to mid-size business clients....

VP, Chief Finance Officer - Commercial & Specialty Markets

  • Hartford, CT
  • 9 days ago
  • Hartford, CT
  • 9 days ago

At CVS Health, were building a world of health around every consumer and surrounding ourselves with dedicated colleagues who are passionate about transforming health care. As the nations leading...

Bookkeeper

  • Bloomfield, CT
  • 10 days ago
  • Bloomfield, CT
  • 10 days ago

Hiring for a Bookkeeper in Bloomfield!...

Bookkeeper - Franchise Location

  • Windham, CT
  • 14 days ago
  • Windham, CT
  • 14 days ago

Joining H&R Block* as an experienced Bookkeeper, you'll deliver exceptional bookkeeping, payroll and customer service....

Full Charge Bookkeeper

  • Bloomfield, CT
  • 14 days ago
  • Bloomfield, CT
  • 14 days ago

and prepare and post journal entries Process a small payroll and keep track of PTO The Full Charge Bookkeeper will pick up additional accounting & finance tasks as needed Preferred Qualifications of...

Financial Assistant

  • New Haven, CT
  • 16 days ago
  • New Haven, CT
  • 16 days ago

entries, prepares labor distributions and costing allocations, develops excel spreadsheet for reporting and USP billing....

Client-Facing Controller/Bookkeeper (In-Office)

  • Farmington, CT
  • 25 days ago
  • Farmington, CT
  • 25 days ago

Client-Facing Controller/Bookkeeper (In-Office) gpac is partnering with a local CPA firm seeking a skilled Controller/Bookkeeper to work on-site serving multiple small-business clients....

Administrative Assistant - Bookkeeper, High School

  • Southington, CT
  • 30+ days ago
  • Southington, CT
  • 30+ days ago

TITLE: ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT/BOOKKEEPER DEPARTMENT: High School QUALIFICATIONS: 1.A minimum of a high school diploma. 2.Some college or post-secondary education is desirable. 3.Two to five years...

Demographic Data for Connecticut

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Salary for Bookkeeper Jobs in Connecticut

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Bookkeepers in Connecticut offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
45.5%
Master's Degree
16.2%
Associate's Degree
14.9%
High School or GED
12.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.6%
Some College
1.8%
Doctorate Degree
0.6%
Some High School
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Bookkeepers in Connecticut
Less than 1 year
29.7%
4-6 years
24.0%
2-4 years
22.2%
1-2 years
21.3%
None
2.5%
6-8 years
0.3%


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